SMART HOME ECOSYSTEMS WORTH CHECKING OUT Honestly, I’ve tried mixing brands for the “best of both worlds” thing, but it’s usually more trouble than i...

BANK LOAN VS. INVESTOR FUNDING, WHICH MAKES MORE SENSE? Honestly, I’ve been burned by both sides. Banks are like that friend who’s always on time but...

BUILDING BASE STRUCTURES—WHAT IF YOU HAD TO START OVER? I get why grouping everything sounds ideal, but I’ve seen it backfire in bigger homes, especi...

Mixing smart and “dumb” devices has actually worked out better for me than going all-in on either side. I remember splurging on a fancy smart dimmer s...

Honestly, I’m with you on the rigid pipes. Flexible couplers just feel like a shortcut that’ll bite you later, especially in high-end kitchens where y...

Building Green? Watch Out For Those Sneaky VOCs I hear you on the boutique brands—some of those “eco” paints I tried last year actually smelled worse...